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Academic intelligence versus emotional intelligence. Is emotional intelligence just a fad or can it help us lead more balanced, happy and purposeful lives? Schools are helping children achieve better academically and navigate life more effectively by teaching social and emotional skills.

Clever design for children’s spaces. Whether you have a little one on the way, a toddler outgrowing their nursery or a teen with very strong opinions, a child’s space can often be a source of frustration for design-conscious parents. Petite Vintage Interiors stylist Belinda Kurtz shares some clever design tips for children’s spaces.

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The battle of the bystander. People of all ages can become involved in watching others being bullied, or worse. The way in which bystanders respond to a bullying situation could actually be the solution and teaching our children early how to safely stand up for themselves and their peers is imperative to saving lives.

A good education is linked to long-term quality of life, yet many kids still skip school. We discuss what your teens might be going through and how to help them stay in school.

My kids are ‘helping’ me to research a travel writing project that will see me traversing (via paper) 64 different destinations around the world. Their ‘research’ has resulted in some seriously itchy little feet.

Fourteen is the new eighteen and ten is the new fourteen. Adolescent girls today face issues that no other generation of girls had to face. We discuss what the experts say and discover how we can support and nurture our 10- to 14-year-old girls.

Meditation master Yogi Brahmasamhara gives an insight into his journey towards writing Meditation for Motherhood, an essential resource for new mothers and mothers-to-be looking for a holistic way to achieve a greater sense of wellbeing.

Mons Playgroup - Daily Sessions

Cnr Mons Road & Mons School Road, Buderim, Sunshine Coast

When: Time: 9.30am to 11.30am

Cost: $40 per term + $30 annual membership fee

Phone: 07 5456 1976Website:

Mons Playgroup is the oldest and largest playgroup in Qld with over 100 members meeting together each week with their children (ages 0-5) for social interaction and fun. There’s a huge variety of toys, craft activities, bikes, cars, scooters, bike track, playgrounds with swings, slides, climbing equipment, sandpit, tunnels and a cubby house, all within fully fenced idyllic grounds.